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Eimeo has an estimated 3,478 residents, up from 3,285 at the 2021 Census — a change of 193 people, or 5.9%. Natural increase accounts for 46.0% of that increase. That puts 1,017 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Eimeo has an estimated population of approximately 3,478, drawn from AreaSearch evaluations of broader regional ABS updates alongside validated new addresses recorded following the Census. Compared to the 2021 Census tally of 3,285 people, this represents an addition of 193 people (5.9%). This demographic shift is derived from an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figure of 3,415 determined by AreaSearch after reviewing the ABS June 2025 release, combined with 4 validated new addresses added post-Census. Consequently, the suburb of Eimeo records a population density of 1,017 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks across AreaSearch study locations.
Expanding by 5.9% since the census, the suburb of Eimeo sits within 1.1 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (7.0%), highlighting solid local momentum. Inward demographic movement was largely underpinned by natural growth, accounting for roughly 46.0% of recent gains, with positive contributions also registered across interstate migration and overseas migration. Projections utilised by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia models for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For periods beyond 2032 or areas outside that coverage, Queensland State Government SA2 projections issued in 2023 (utilising 2021 data) are integrated. Because those state models do not publish age breakdowns, AreaSearch applies cohort weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 from 2022 data). Looking ahead, the suburb of Eimeo is projected to experience substantial expansion placing it in the top quartile among non-metropolitan Australian localities, gaining 1,285 persons to 2041 under aggregated SA2-level figures, which represents an overall 35.1% rise across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
22 new dwellings have been approved in Eimeo over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 1.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Examining ABS residential approval figures allocated from statistical areas, AreaSearch identifies that Eimeo has recorded roughly 4 dwelling approvals annually, accumulating an estimated 22 homes across the past 5 financial years. During FY-25 to date, 5 approvals have been lodged. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the area added an average of 2.5 new residents annually for every residential unit constructed over the past 5 financial years, highlighting persistent underlying buyer demand. New residential builds carry an average construction value of $457,000, consistent with broader regional figures. Furthermore, commercial building approvals totalled $5.0 million during this financial year, reflecting modest non-residential construction activity.
Construction intensity across Eimeo is considerably subdued when measured against Rest of Qld, trailing regional building activity by 54.0% per person. Such constrained construction activity frequently bolsters market valuations and competition for existing stock. Output also falls below national benchmarks, underscoring the established residential fabric and potential planning limitations. In addition, recent building activity has been exclusively focused on detached dwellings, sustaining the suburban character and appealing to buyers seeking detached residential housing. The area records approximately 685 people per dwelling approval, reinforcing its mature footprint. According to population projections, Eimeo is slated to add 1,222 residents through to 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Should the current pace of dwelling completions persist, new residential supply could struggle to match community growth, reinforcing competitive pressures and placing upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Eimeo
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 49 current infrastructure and development projects close to Eimeo, worth an estimated $2.72 billion. 21 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Civic delivery, capital works, and planning frameworks exert an exceptional influence over neighborhood development. AreaSearch has pinpointed 6 projects anticipated to shape the local environment. Notable undertakings include Solana Lifestyle Resort Northern Beaches Mackay, Northern Beaches Community Hub, Blacks Beach Shopping Precinct, and Camilleri Street District Park Upgrade, with relevant project specifics outlined below.
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Blacks Beach Shopping Precinct
A 5.7ha mixed-use development featuring the Allied Village healthcare hub and a 126-place childcare centre. The precinct includes a GP practice, pharmacy, veterinary clinic, allied health services, and a convenience store. The project also incorporates 16 residential lots and received council recognition for its role in supporting the growth of Mackays Northern Beaches, with active construction on surrounding infrastructure as of mid-2026.
Camilleri Street District Park Upgrade
Multi-stage upgrade to a district park in Blacks Beach delivering a youth hub with a skate park, pump track, half basketball court, and hit-up wall. Recent upgrades include a formalised entry off Camilleri Street, concrete perimeter pathways, shade trees, seating, an elevated micromesh boardwalk, new amenities, a dog park, and picnic areas to improve accessibility and community connectivity.
Northern Beaches Community Hub
The Northern Beaches Community Hub is a multi-stage civic and recreation project developed by Mackay Regional Council in partnership with the Australian Government. Located at 10 Badyari Yalu Road in Rural View, Stage 1A delivers an undercover multi-purpose sporting court, nature play areas, and parklands. Subsequent phases will introduce a district library, multi-purpose community rooms, and a cafe to create a central social hub for the Northern Beaches community.
Slater Avenue Childcare and Retail Precinct
DA-approved mixed-use precinct at 241 Slater Avenue featuring a 126-place childcare centre and a 1,095 sqm retail, medical, and allied health commercial centre. Situated on a 4,755 sqm site in a high-growth corridor adjacent to a new residential subdivision.
Solana Lifestyle Resort Northern Beaches Mackay
Over 50s land lease lifestyle resort in Mackay's Northern Beaches featuring single level homes and a central Livewell Centre with indoor and outdoor pools, gym, cinema, library, bowls green, tennis and BBQ areas. Stage 1 sold out; Stage 2 and 3 selling with civil works and home construction underway.
Bucasia 186 Homes and Childcare Centre
Proposed masterplanned residential community transforming 27.91 hectares of farmland into a housing estate with 186 homes and an integrated childcare centre in Mackay's fastest-growing northern beaches region. The site is designated as Emerging Community and Rural under the Mackay Region Planning Scheme 2017, with water and sewer infrastructure nearby. Located in close proximity to Bucasia Beach, schools, and local shopping facilities.
Northern Beaches Community Hub
A multi-stage community infrastructure project serving Mackay's fastest-growing northern suburbs. Stage 1A is complete with a multi-purpose undercover court and nature play areas. Stage 1B is under construction and will feature a library, meeting rooms, and cafe space, with future stages including an aquatic facility.
Reed Street to Norwood Parade Connection
Mackay Regional Council is constructing the Reed Street connection to link Rural View and Beaconsfield through the Kerrisdale Estate. Supported by the Queensland Government's Residential Activation Fund, the project eases peak-period traffic on Mackay-Bucasia Road and enhances flood immunity for local emergency shelter access. Construction commenced in November 2025 and is scheduled for completion in May 2027.
1,987 residents of Eimeo are employed, from a labour force of 2,043. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 74.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,508, about 72% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Eimeo maintains a proficient local workforce with solid participation across essential services, featuring an unemployment rate of 2.7% and estimated employment expansion of 3.0% over the past year per AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,987, while unemployment stood 1.2% lower than the 3.9% recorded across Regional Qld. Labor force participation reached 74.5%, comfortably outpacing the 64.2% benchmark in Regional Qld. Census records show 5.5% of working locals operated from home, though historical Covid-19 restrictions should be considered. Key industries employing local residents comprise health care & social assistance, mining, alongside education & training.
Mining features exceptional local depth, engaging residents at 3.9 times the regional average rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for just 0.7% of the local workforce relative to 4.5% across Regional Qld. Based on Census comparisons between resident workers and local operational roles, this largely residential community provides limited workplace capacity internally. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM series shows that over the twelve months to March 2026, local employment grew 3.0% alongside a 4.2% expansion in the labor force, lifting the local unemployment rate by 1.2 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise 0.1% and the labor pool expand 0.3%, with unemployment climbing 0.1 percentage points. Looking forward, Jobs and Skills Australia national projections from Mar-26 provide context for local employment conditions over five and ten-year horizons. Across Australia, workforce growth is projected at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely by sector. Applying these industry models to the local employment distribution suggests job opportunities for residents could expand by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years (representing a baseline weighting exercise for illustration without integrating local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Eimeo is $2,304 a week (about $120,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,031 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $71,529 a year against an average of $89,436. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 highlight that local earnings in Eimeo rank among the top tiers nationwide, recording a median income of $71,529 and an average income of $89,436. These figures substantially exceed the Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average). Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, modelled values reach approximately $79,655 (median) and $99,596 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census records, family, personal, and household earnings all place between the 81st and 83rd percentiles across Australia.
Income distribution shows that 38.0% of residents (1,321 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, compared to 31.7% regionally. Those earning over $3,000 weekly make up 32.6% of locals, underpinning considerable financial capacity. Residents retain 87.0% of income once housing expenses are met, while the SEIFA income index positions the community in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Eimeo had 1,105 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 49% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 16.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, housing stock in Eimeo was overwhelmingly dominated by separate houses at 96.4%, with apartments, semi-detached properties, and other options comprising 3.6%, whereas Regional Qld recorded 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Outright home ownership sat at 24.2%, trailing the Regional Qld proportion, while mortgaged homes accounted for 49.0% and rented properties represented 26.8%. Median monthly mortgage commitments were $1,733 compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld, while median weekly rent was $390 against $345 regionally. Relative to national figures, local mortgage payments sit below the Australian median of $1,863, whereas weekly rents track above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Eimeo counted 1,105 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,170 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 79.1% of local households, led by couples with children at 38.0%, followed by couples without children at 30.0% and single parent families at 10.1%. Non-family living arrangements make up the other 20.9%, comprising lone person households at 17.9% and group households at 3.3%. Average household occupancy stands at 2.7 people, exceeding the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.2% of adults in Eimeo hold a university qualification, including 14.1% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 34.0% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Tertiary qualification levels present an area for community development, as 19.2% of residents hold university degrees compared to the 30.4% national benchmark. Bachelor qualifications account for 14.1% of residents, while postgraduate qualifications represent 2.6% and graduate diplomas comprise 2.5%. Non-university technical and vocational training is strongly represented, with 45.4% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, divided between certificates (34.0%) and advanced diplomas (11.4%). Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 33.1% of the population participating in education. Primary schooling accounts for 13.3% of residents, secondary education represents 10.4%, and 3.3% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Eimeo means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure includes 2 operational stops inside Eimeo offering bus connections. These locations are served by 1 individual routes, providing 49 weekly passenger trips in aggregate. Accessibility is rated moderate, with residents living an average of 522 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential orientation, outward commuting predominates, with private vehicles utilized for 96% of journeys. Vehicle availability averages 1.8 per dwelling, exceeding regional norms, while 5.5% worked from home at the 2021 Census (under potential COVID-19 influences). Public transport operations provide an average of 7 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly 24 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.0% of residents in Eimeo report no long-term health condition. 3.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health metrics in Eimeo remain favourable across age brackets based on AreaSearch mortality figures and chronic illness diagnostics, showing lower incidence across standard health conditions alongside strong private health cover at approximately 63% (2,178 people). This exceeds the Regional Qld level of 52.5% as well as the national rate of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues represent the primary reported health conditions, diagnosed in 7.7 and 7.2% of locals, respectively, whereas 74.0% of community members reported no medical conditions, outperforming the 67.6% benchmark in Regional Qld. Outcomes for residents under 65 are consistently strong.
Those aged 65 and over constitute 12.9% of the population (448 people), below the 20.3% share across Regional Qld, with seniors achieving health ratings that exceed general population standings nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Eimeo is largely Australian-born, at 85.1% of residents, with 4.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.1%) and Australian (28.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics track below wider averages, with Australian citizens making up 87.0% of the populace, 85.1% born within Australia, and 95.6% speaking solely English at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation at 50.0% of residents, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding parental ancestry, the primary reported backgrounds comprise English at 32.1%, Australian at 28.4%, and Scottish at 8.6%. Furthermore, several specific heritages demonstrate higher local presence, including Maltese at 1.6% (compared to 0.4% regionally), South Australian at 0.9% (versus 0.5%), and French at 0.7% (against 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Eimeo is 36. 26.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The age profile in Eimeo tilts toward younger cohorts, with 32.7% of residents categorized as children and young adults (0 - 24) on estimates updated to August 2026, relative to 29.6% across Regional Qld. In contrast, retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) represent 12.9% of the community compared to 20.4% regionally. AreaSearch assesses the median age at 36 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census result and sitting 5 years below the Regional Qld figure of 41 from that same Census. Senior cohorts (65+) expanded from 10.0% at the Census to 12.9% currently.
By 2041, young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) will generate the bulk of numerical growth, adding 421 residents (43%) to reach 1,402, whereas retiree and elderly cohorts will exhibit the fastest percentage increase, rising 60% to 720 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Eimeo
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,285 at the 2021 Census → 3,478 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL30951). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.